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Ambulatory · Torrance, California
On the floor
The employer references access to continuing education programs and trainings as part of employment, and emphasizes a culture of caring for employees. However, specific details regarding health insurance, retirement plans, PTO, or other standard benefits are not provided in the available research.
The city
Torrance sits in the South Bay region of Los Angeles County, offering a balanced suburban feel with coastal proximity. Spanning roughly 20 square miles, it provides a quieter alternative to central LA. Major medical employers are nearby, making it practical for nurses seeking Southern California living without dense urban congestion.
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Who they are
Discovery Behavioral Health (DBH) is a behavioral health treatment organization with 3,000+ employees serving nearly 4,000 patients across the United States.
The Torrance, California location operates as an outpatient behavioral health facility providing psychiatric and substance use disorder treatment. DBH serves diverse patient populations including adolescents, adults, LGBTQ+ and gender-diverse individuals, veterans and active-duty military, first responders, and families. Nursing professionals at DBH work in an outpatient psychiatric setting, with roles involving direct clinical services for a variety of psychiatric conditions. The organization emphasizes a 'culture of caring' that extends to both patients and employees, and offers continuing education programs and trainings. The Torrance location specifically seeks Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioners for part-time roles (2-3 days per week) involving psychiatric care, with a preference for experience in substance use disorders and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). DBH's growth trajectory and multi-state presence offer nurses opportunities within a expanding behavioral health network.
Discovery Behavioral Health's mission is centered on 'helping hurting people heal with personalized, proven and lasting care.' The organization values a 'culture of caring' that extends equally to patients and employees. DBH maintains a formal DEI Charter emphasizing diversity (celebrating unique attributes), equity (fair treatment and access), and inclusion (authentic participation). Their Discovery for Life™ program reflects a lifetime commitment to patients through the Discovery 365™ digital continuing care platform. Core values include wholeness, strength, and resilience, with an emphasis on community-based, recovery-focused behavioral health services.
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